Senior Tutor, Learning and Teaching Support

University of Melbourne
November 20, 2023
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Offerd Salary:$80,258 - $108,906
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Contract Type:Fixed-term for 18 mo
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Senior Tutor, Learning and Teaching Support

Job no: 0060410 Location: Parkville Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 18 months Faculty: Department of Anatomy and Physiology Department/School: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences Salary: Level A – $80,258 - $108,906 p.a. plus 17% super

  • Active participation in shaping the future of the Neuroscience Major.
  • Gaining invaluable experience and knowledge from seasoned teaching professionals.
  • Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
  • About the Role

    This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Senior Tutor to join our dynamic team in the Department of Anatomy and Physiology. Your primary role will be to provide essential support to the Academics leading the redesign of the Neuroscience Major. While actively participating in this major overhaul, you will also have the chance to learn and grow from the experience.

    Over the course of 18 months, you'll collaborate closely with seasoned teaching Academics, gaining invaluable insights into subject management, curriculum design, and the intricacies of tertiary education. Your contribution will be instrumental in enhancing the undergraduate learning experience, particularly within the field of Neuroscience.

    Your responsibilities will include:

  • Engage in subject management, including LMS management and student communications.
  • Assist in curriculum design for the Neuroscience Major.
  • Review pedagogical approaches and participate in educational research.
  • Maintain compliance with university policies and demonstrate respectful, cooperative, and equitable behavior.
  • Who We Are Looking For You are a highly communicative and detail-oriented team player who excels in managing complex priorities in a dynamic environment. You're motivated by the opportunity to enhance student learning and contribute to academic excellence.

    You will also have:

  • A Tertiary degree with a preference for Life science/STEMM education or a combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
  • Demonstrated ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and to work on a number of small to medium-sized projects concurrently, with minimal direct supervision.
  • High level interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise well with Academic and Professional staff as well as students of the department.
  • Demonstrated skills in using/maintaining the Canvas Learning Management System.
  • For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

    This position requires the incumbent to hold a current and valid Working with Children Check to ensure the University provides a safe environment for everyone.

    Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

    Your New Team – School of Biomedical Sciences At the School of Biomedical Sciences, we are at the forefront of biomedical research and education. With three departments and 85 research groups, we are dedicated to creating an innovative and inclusive academic environment. Our mission is to lay the foundation for new generations of biomedical researchers, advancing human health locally and globally. We strive to promote collegiality, excellence in research and education, and attract a diverse and talented academic workforce. Join us in leading the revolution in biomedicine, translating research into life-transforming healthcare.

    What We Offer You! In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check outour benefits page!

    About the University of Melbourne We're tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

    Be Yourself The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

    We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact the email address listed at the bottom of the page.

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

    For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https: // about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

    Join Us! If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
  • The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
  • ^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to https:// about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

    If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Tara via email at [email protected], ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

    If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

    Advertised: 23 Oct 2023 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

    Applications close: 20 Nov 2023 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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